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Portrush RNLI launches to reports of dinghy in difficulty off Benone
Images: John Lynn Portrush RNLI launched its all-weather lifeboat (ALB) on Monday evening (14 July) following several reports of two...
22 hours ago


Two paddleboarders rescued by RNLI lifeguards at Portrush West Strand
Lifeguards Ellen Gibbons and Oran Clyde Two paddleboarders were dramatically rescued by RNLI lifeguards at Portrush West Strand on...
1 day ago


Larne RNLI launches lifeboats to assist stranded speedboats at Ballylumford
Volunteer crews from Larne RNLI responded to an emergency call on Saturday afternoon (13 July) after two speedboats experienced engine...
1 day ago


Portrush RNLI responds to missing child alert and medical emergency at Benone Beach
Portrush RNLI returning to station Sunday afternoon. Image: Launch Authority Wes Moore Portrush RNLI’s volunteer crew were called into...
2 days ago


Double call-out for Portrush RNLI as paddleboarders and swimmer rescued in separate incidents
Portrush RNLI experienced a busy evening with two separate launches within minutes, after being tasked by Belfast Coastguard to assist...
3 days ago


Portrush RNLI Lifeboat crew rescue casualty on Antrim Coast
The Portrush All-Weather Lifeboat was launched on Thursday evening following reports of a person in the water near Dunseverick. Belfast...
4 days ago


RNLI urges public to stay safe at coast as temperatures soar across Northern Ireland
With the hot weather now firmly in place across Northern Ireland, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is reminding everyone...
4 days ago


Mother and daughter rescued by RNLI Lifeguards from rip current at North Coast beach
RNLI Senior Lifeguard Bosco McAuley RNLI lifeguards came to the aid of a mother and daughter caught in a dangerous rip current on...
5 days ago


RNLI lifeguards carry out two mass rescues in one day on Cranfield Beach
Image: Nigel Millard RNLI lifeguards sprang into action last Tuesday in two dramatic back-to-back mass rescues, just days after returning...
6 days ago


RNLI Portrush champion John Martin honoured for lifesaving fundraising efforts
RNLI Fundraising volunteer John Martin with Pamela Ballantine. A dedicated RNLI volunteer from Portrush has been recognised for his...
Jul 5


RNLI Lifeguards respond to back-to-back rescues at Whiterocks Beach
Image: Michael Jess RNLI lifeguards stationed at Whiterocks Beach sprang into action on Tuesday afternoon, responding to two separate...
Jul 4


RNLI Lifeguards begin full-time duty on Causeway Coast and Co Down beaches for busy peak season
RNLI Lifeguards kick off peak season on the Causeway Coast and County Down beaches. (Photo: Michael Jess) RNLI lifeguards have officially...
Jul 3


RNLI issues vital water safety advice as hot weather approaches
As the UK prepares for a spell of hot weather, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is urging the public to enjoy the coast and...
Jun 19


Portrush RNLI crew launch to aid fishing vessel in difficulty off Portrush Harbour
Portrush RNLI launched their all-weather lifeboat on Saturday evening following a report of a fishing vessel with four people on board...
Jun 15


RNLI launches ‘Float to Live’ campaign to save lives in water emergencies
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has launched its annual Float to Live campaign, urging the public to adopt a simple yet...
May 25


Larne RNLI rescues three after receiving distress call from boat on Antrim coast
Three people were safely rescued by Larne RNLI on Thursday evening after their small pleasure boat suffered engine failure close to...
May 23


Larne RNLI responds to early morning emergency at Glenarm Marina
Larne RNLI launched their all-weather lifeboat in the early hours of Saturday morning following reports of a person in the water at...
May 18


RNLI Lifeguard rescues surfer from rip current at Portrush East Strand
RNLI Lifeguard Anna Wright Photo: Michael Jess A Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeguard came to the aid of a surfer caught...
May 15


RNLI issues vital water safety advice as sunny spell continues in Northern Ireland
With temperatures soaring and a sunny spell expected to stretch into the weekend, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is...
May 14


RNLI lifeguards assist five children caught by offshore winds off Portrush
L-R: RNLI lifeguards Cameron Leighton & Ethan Hill Easter saw the return of the RNLI lifeguards on six beaches in Northern Ireland...
Apr 30
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